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Guide to Leeds - Eating Out - Restaurants - ClubsTue, 22 May 2018 14:28:09 +0000en-UShourly1LEEDS UNITED ARE TO BE A PREMIUM SPONSOR OF LEEDS PRIDE 2018http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/leeds-united-sponsor-of-leeds-pride-2018/
Tue, 22 May 2018 14:28:09 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28943Leeds United will be a premium sponsor of this year’s Leeds Pride festival which champions the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) community. Leeds Pride is the biggest one day festival in the city, with over 40,000 people visiting last year and is the highlight of the LGBT+ calendar in Leeds. This will be the ...

Leeds United will be a premium sponsor of this year’s Leeds Pride festival which champions the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT+) community.

Leeds Pride is the biggest one day festival in the city, with over 40,000 people visiting last year and is the highlight of the LGBT+ calendar in Leeds.

This will be the first year Leeds United has been involved with Pride and it is an exciting development for everyone involved.

Speaking about the sponsorship, managing director Angus Kinnear said: “We have enjoyed working with Marching Out Together (the Leeds United LGBT+ fans group) over the last year on a range of initiatives to make Leeds United an LGBT+ friendly club.

“We want everyone to feel included when visiting Elland Road and to know that they will be welcomed as part of the Leeds United family.

“I am so delighted that Leeds United will be joining the celebrations as a sponsor of Leeds Pride this year, it’s a powerful way in which we can visibly demonstrate our support for the local LGBT+ community.”

David English-Fletcher, campaign manager and board member of Marching Out Together commented: “As passionate Leeds United fans, we are proud of the support the club has offered us this year and we are excited about its support for Leeds Pride this year.

“On Sunday 5th August Leeds United will be joining us on the Pride parade through the city and we will share a market stall at the later celebrations.

“Leeds United is also keen to promote Leeds Pride Week at a home game and it will be a fantastic time for everyone involved.”

Director of Leeds Pride Liaqat Ali added: “We are delighted that Leeds United will be a premier sponsor of Leeds Pride this year and we look forward to the club being involved in the years ahead.

“The world of football has not been regarded as a natural LGBT+ allay in the past and this is a fantastic gesture by the club and a sign of its genuine commitment to combat discrimination generally and to engage with the local LGBT+ community.

“Leeds United is an iconic brand in the city and is known all over the world and we welcome the financial support it offers as sponsors.

“We are also excited by the additional impact the club’s visible participation will have over the Leeds Pride celebrations and campaigns and I’d like to thank Angus Kinnear, the club and Marching Out Together for their support.”

]]>Another jam-packed week of fun at Leeds Learning Disability Weekhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/leeds-learning-disability-week/
Mon, 21 May 2018 10:52:13 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28940Another jam-packed week of fun at Leeds Learning Disability Week It’s set to be another week of fun at the annual Leeds Learning Disability Week, as local organisations come together to host a variety of activities which celebrate people with learning disabilities. Commencing on the 18thJune, Learning Disability Week is a fantastic opportunity to ...

It’s set to be another week of fun at the annual Leeds Learning Disability Week, as local organisations come together to host a variety of activities which celebrate people with learning disabilities.

Commencing on the 18thJune, Learning Disability Week is a fantastic opportunity to support families and individuals by getting involved in events across the country. As every year, Leeds will be getting heavily involved in the week, hosting a number of fun events, there is something for everyone – from sports and dancing to crafts and upcycled fashion.

Throughout the week Leeds Mencap will also be encouraging family, friends and colleagues to get involved by taking part in the ‘Wear a Cap for Leeds Mencap’ campaign. The charity is asking people to wear a cap or a hat for a full day and donate a small amount of money.

Cath Lee, Chief Executive at Leeds Mencap said: “This year, together with our partners, we want to increase awareness of Leeds Learning Disability Week, encouraging corporates, families and individuals to get involved and show their support. Learning disabilities affect over 15,000 people in the Leeds area, and we want to provide support for as many people as possible.”

For a full timetable or further details about any of the events running throughout Leeds Learning Disability Week, please visit the Through The Maze website: www.through-the-maze.org.uk

]]>Kick-Start the Summer with New Street Food Vendors at Trinity Kitchenhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/kick-start-the-summer-with-new-street-food-vendors-at-trinity-kitchen/
Thu, 17 May 2018 14:49:52 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28913Kick-start the Summer with New Street Food Vendors at Trinity Kitchen Trinity Kitchen is welcoming new street food vendors to get the summer cooking up to a flying start. Burger and Lobster Brothers, Wanderer Junk Food, Jenny’s Jerk Chicken, The Luxury Diner and Thai Khrim will all arrive at Trinity Leeds, alongside Jah Jyot ...

]]>Kick-start the Summer with New Street Food Vendors at Trinity Kitchen

Trinity Kitchen is welcoming new street food vendors to get the summer cooking up to a flying start. Burger and Lobster Brothers, Wanderer Junk Food, Jenny’s Jerk Chicken, The Luxury Diner and Thai Khrim will all arrive at Trinity Leeds, alongside Jah Jyot and Vincenzo the Prosecco Van which returns for another time.

Trinity Kitchen’s latest arrivals will take residency for seven weeks, from May 21st, providing Leeds shoppers with the very best of summer cuisine.

The Luxury Diner is serving up superior hot dogs, blinging burgers and fries with all the mouth-watering toppings. The vegan ‘B12 Burger’ is the only one of its kind in Leeds – Making its debut appearance, it includes a plant-based patty which simulates the juiciness and texture of its beef counterpart. Plant based or local, sustainable meat – you decide!

New to Trinity Kitchen is Burger and Lobster Brothers, offering something a little more luxurious for lunch. Made with the highest quality ingredients, its signature ‘Loaded Lobster’ includes a secret burger and lobster sauce, giving the dish the ultimate wow factor.

For all the vegans, Wanderer Junk Food is the perfect destination. Featuring cauffalo wings, Chilli Chease Dogs and burgers, their menu is dirty food with a clean conscience.

Jenny’s Jerk Chicken is returning to Trinity Kitchen, bringing the finest taste of the Caribbean to Leeds. Renowned for its unique jerk seasoning, BBQ chicken wraps, curried goat and other sizzling Caribbean cuisine, it will no doubt be a massive hit for shoppers.

Thai Khrim is also back by popular demand with fresh, hand-crafted Thai ice-cream served with a mountain of toppings, all handcrafted before your eyes.

Vincenzo the Prosecco Van is staying on at Trinity Kitchen, providing visitors with a refreshing glass of prosecco with a range of fruity flavour combinations.

Dan Wharton, Marketing Manager at Trinity Leeds, said: “What better way to kick-start the summer than with a fantastic array of new street food vendors to whet your appetite. Alongside some old favourites who have seen phenomenal success, we are delighted to welcome The Luxury Diner, Wanderer Junk Food and Burger and Lobster Brothers to our unique venue and we are positive they will all be a big hit with customers.”

With a concept that is completely unique to Trinity Leeds, Trinity Kitchen rotates several new food retailers every few weeks, offering visitors a vibrant mix of restaurants, bars and street food vans.

]]>JASON DERULO PLAYS LEEDS HE WILL BE PLAYING AT FIRST DIRECT ARENA ON SUNDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2018http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/jason-derulo-plays-leeds/
Thu, 10 May 2018 09:59:29 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28907JASON DERULO PLAYS LEEDS HE WILL BE PLAYING AT FIRST DIRECT ARENA ON SUNDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2018 2006–10: Beginnings and Jason Derulo Derulo has been writing songs for artists including Diddy, Danity Kane, Donnie Klang, Sean Kingston, Cassie, and Lil Wayne since he was young, also intending on becoming a solo performer. After attending performing ...

Derulo has been writing songs for artists including Diddy, Danity Kane, Donnie Klang, Sean Kingston, Cassie, and Lil Wayne since he was young, also intending on becoming a solo performer. After attending performing arts schools, such as The American Musical and Dramatic Academy, and honing his talents as a singer and dancer, as well as acting in theatre productions like Ragtime and Smokey Joe’s Cafe, Derulo won the grand prize on the 2006 season finale of the TV show Showtime at the Apollo. Derulo was discovered by music producer J.R. Rotem, who signed him to his record label Beluga Heights Records and Warner Bros. Records.

In a HitQuarters interview, Rotem highlighted Derulo’s dedication to his art by saying, “Jason Derulo has one of the most impressive work ethics I’ve ever come across – he just keeps knocking out songs in the studio. That’s an amazing quality.”

On August 4, 2009, Jason released his debut single, “Whatcha Say”. It was produced by J.R. Rotem with additional production by Fuego. The track heavily samples the Imogen Heap song “Hide and Seek”.

In late August 2009, the song debuted at number 54 on the Billboard Hot 100 and hit number 1 in November 2009. It was Derulo’s first and only number one hit. The single’s music video was released in September 2009; after the single became successful, Derulo began work on his debut album. He released the second single from his album, “In My Head”, on December 8, 2009. It debuted at number 63 on the Billboard Hot 100, and reached number five.

Derulo’s debut album, Jason Derulo, stylised with an umlaut as Jason Derülo, was released on March 2, 2010. Jason Derulo first charted within the top ten of the UK and Irish Albums Charts in early March 2010. He spent six weeks promoting the album in his appearances as one of the opening acts for Lady Gaga’s 2009–2010 The Monster Ball Tour. The third single of the album is “Ridin’ Solo”, which was released worldwide on April 26, 2010. By July, the single had reached number nine in the Billboard Hot 100. Derulo has also been featured in a song by new artist Will Roush called “Turn it Up”, which also features Stat Quo and Young Buck. He also collaborated with UK singer Pixie Lott on a song titled “Coming Home” from the re-released edition of her album Turn It Up.

2011–12: Future History and other venture

In 2011, Derulo recorded a track with Demi Lovato titled “Together” for her album Unbroken. His second studio album, Future History, was released on September 27, 2011. Derulo detailed his journey recording the album via a series of webisodes posted on his official website. Its lead single, “Don’t Wanna Go Home”, was released on May 20, 2011. It landed the number-one spot in the UK and in the top five in Australia. Derulo planned to embark on an eight-date UK tour in support of the album in February 2012, including a show at Wembley Arena on March 1. However, on January 3, 2012, while Derulo was rehearsing for his Future History Tour, he broke one of his vertebrae. As a result, he canceled all of his tour dates.

On March 28, 2012, Derulo appeared on American Idol to announce he would allow fans to help him finish the lyrics for a new song entitled “Undefeated”, as part of a partnership with American Idol and Coca-

Cola. Fans were given the opportunity to submit their own lyrics to complete the song,
and fans were then given the chance to vote on which lyrics they liked the most. On May 5, 2012, Derulo announced that his first post-neck injury television performance would be on the eleventh-season finale of American Idol, on May 22, 2012. In August 2012, Derulo became a dance master alongside Kelly Rowland, for the first season of the Australian dance talent show Everybody Dance Now. The show was cancelled shortly after its fourth episode aired due to poor ratings.

On July 9, 2012, Derulo announced that he had signed Australian singer-songwriter Arlene Zelina to his record label Future History (co-owned with his manager Frank Harris) after he attended one of her performances at Whisky A Go Go in 2011 before she returned to Melbourne, Australia. On July 10, 2012, Derulo confirmed this on his Twitter.

2013–14: Tattoos and Talk Dirty

On April 16, 2013, Derulo released his single, “The Other Side” to radio on April 23, 2013. As of July 4, 2013 “The Other Side” peaked at 18 on the Billboard Hot 100. Derulo announced via Twitter that his third album will be called Tattoos. The album was released on September 24, 2013. The album’s second single, “Talk Dirty”, was released internationally on July 27, 2013 (digitally). “Talk Dirty” peaked at number three on the Billboard Hot 100.

The album features American hip-hop recording artist 2 Chainz; it is the first single from Derulo to contain a feature. The tracks accompanying music video had already been shot and was released in early August 2013. “Marry Me” made its US radio premiere on On Air with Ryan Seacrest on August 26, 2013. It was scheduled to be released to all digital retailers as the second single to the U.S. market, third overall, on the same day. On Wednesday December 11, 2013, he was the headline act for Radio City Live in the Echo Arena, Liverpool. He performed Ridin’ Solo and Talk Dirty.

Six months after Derulo’s third album Tattoos was released (other than in the U.S) he announced on March 18, 2014 that he would be releasing an album with 4 newly recorded songs and 7 from Tattoos as
the U.S album and that it would have different artwork and be re-titled Talk Dirty. Talk Dirty was released on April 15, 2014.

On November 21, 2014, Pitbull released a song off the album Globalization featuring Jason Derulo and Juicy J titled “Drive You Crazy”, which was later to become a single on August 21, 2015.

2015–16: Everything Is 4

On January 22, 2015, Dick Clark Productions announced that Derulo would be a judge in
the upcoming 12th season of So You Think You Can Dance, alongside new judge Paula Abdul and returning judge Nigel Lythgoe. “I am truly excited, and eagerly look forward to joining the cast of So You Think You Can Dance,” said Derulo. “It is one of the most respected and longest-tenured shows on network television, and I hope to be a part of new growth and continued success.”

On March 9, Derulo released the first single from his forthcoming fourth studio album, Everything Is 4, called “Want to Want Me”. “Want To Want Me” became the most-added track in the history of Top 40 radio: it was added to 156 monitored pop stations, making it the biggest Top 40 US radio launch thus far. It peaked at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the UK Singles Chart. The music video for his second single, “Cheyenne”, was released on June 30, 2015.

On June 29, Derulo announced the release of his first greatest hits album, titled Platinum Hits. Platinum Hits was released on July 29, 2016, with a brand-new song called Kiss the Sky, and the song appears on the soundtrack to Storks. The album features 11 platinum certified singles.

On September 28, 2016, Derulo guest starred in an episode of the Fox drama Lethal Weapon.

2017–Present: 777

On March 3, 2017, Derulo released a new single entitled “Swalla”, featuring Nicki Minaj and Ty Dolla $ign. On March 17, Pitbull and Derulo released the song “Educate Ya”, from the former’s album Climate Change. On March 31, Cheyenne Frontier Days announced they added Jason Derulo to their 2017 Frontier Nights concert lineup on Friday, July 28, 2017. At the 2017 Billboard Music Awards on May 21, Derulo announced that his fifth studio album would be titled 777.

]]>MERRION CENTRE BOASTS FLAWLESS HEALTH AND BEAUTY OFFERINGhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/merrion-centre-boasts-flawless-health-and-beauty-offering/
Thu, 10 May 2018 09:45:52 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28902MERRION CENTRE BOASTS FLAWLESS HEALTH AND BEAUTY OFFERING With summer fast approaching – having finally seen temperatures of over 20 degrees! – most people are ready to up their health and beauty game. And where’s the best place to do this in Leeds? The city’s longstanding shopping destination, the Merrion Centre, of course. Over the ...

With summer fast approaching – having finally seen temperatures of over 20 degrees! – most people are ready to up their health and beauty game. And where’s the best place to do this in Leeds? The city’s longstanding shopping destination, the Merrion Centre, of course.

Over the last few years, the Merrion Centre has expanded its health and beauty offering to ensure it’s becoming a key destination for wellbeing and pampering in Leeds and the wider region. With over 15 different healthy and beauty focused outlets, the Merrion Centre diversifies itself by providing a range of retailers that are perfect for any budget.

Whether it’s a haircut, beauty treatment, or makeup essentials, the centre is a one-stop shop for everyone’s beauty needs. Here’s a selection of health and beauty services at the Merrion Centre that you won’t want to miss out on…

Ready to try out a new summer hair style? Well good news as the Merrion Centre has a host of superb cool hairdressers, including Hair @ Pro Style, JR’s Gentlemen’s Barber Shop, Supercuts and Just Men Barbers. Offering a warm and friendly welcome, these salons and barbers execute superb haircuts time and time again at reasonable prices.

Quality health and beauty treatments, that are also affordable, are hard to come by. Not at the Merrion Centre though. Glamour Forever, the beautician specialising in quality treatments at affordable prices, has recently opened a second express site in the centre, in addition to its shop which opened in September. The new unit offers fast, high- quality eyelash extensions, eyebrow threading and quick beauty treatments, which will have you ready for your holiday in no time.

If you’re ready to stock up for summer you’re in luck as the Merrion is home to three of the most renowned and established beauty retailers, Boots, Superdrug and Holland & Barret. Whether you’re looking for a new summer fragrance, make-up bag or supplement? These guys have got you covered.

Everyone deserves a pre- holiday pamper session and the centre has a host of beauty destinations to help with this occasion. Visit Inches to get your pre- holiday waxing done, then head to Queen Nails for a fresh new coat and summer design.

The summer months often inspire people to work-out more, and as one of the UK’s most popular gyms, PureGym, is located in the centre it’s the perfect place to go to get into shape. And if you’re really into your fitness and nutrition, you may want to try out MET-Rx, the sports nutrition shop on the main mall which offers clean, quality supplements at great prices.

Representing Leeds City Magazine , myself and my wife Nicola had the great pleasure recently of meeting the wonderful Marco Pierre White at his New York Italian in Leeds. Marco was a complete gent, very warm and eager to talk about his travels, family, his love of New York , and even taking the time to share with us his failsafe Yorkshire pudding recipe.

Freshly coiffured from the hairdressers and wearing more make up than you’d see on-stage Saturday night at the Viaduct, we descended on Marco like excited puppies. We settled down next to him as he sat in his famous Signature white chair, him looking slightly wary and no doubt tired from the intense schedule of his book tour. We welcomed him back to his home town and chatted about the success of the Marco’s chain of restaurants. A large part of his career has been spent working in exotic locations like Australia for Masterchef, and at sea for his role with P&O cruises.

Nicola & Rachael: What things do you take with you to remind you of home?

Marco: When I travel, I used to have pictures of my children, because I used to spend a lot of time out of the country and I take my phone so I can be in contact with them every day. Wherever I am in the world, for example, Singapore, I’ll get the night-porter to wake me at 3am so I can call my daughter at 9am British time.

Nicola: Do you Skype a lot?

Marco: I wouldn’t know how! I wouldn’t even know how to use one of those things (points to the tablet we are using to record the interview). I’m too old.

Rachael: What restaurants do you like to eat at when you’re away?

Marco: New York is full of nice restaurants. Il Buco is my favourite in NYC, it’s in the Lower East side, and Babbo’s, Mario Batali’s restaurant is very nice. Anywhere in Greenwich village is great. You can eat really well in New York.

Nicola: Do you like to try new things when you’re abroad?

Marco: When I was working in the Caribbean with Alex James we had a lot of street food. Don’t go to a restaurant in the Caribbean, see the individuals who just cook one thing, jerk chicken for example, or goat curry, or go to a grill for black pepper shrimp which is delicious , or conch.

Nicola: Have you ever eaten anything peculiar when you’ve been away?

Marco: I’ve had wallaby before, actually. Its ok, I prefer to eat venison, or hare. It doesn’t have the flavour. There are lots of things I wouldn’t like to eat.

Rachael: As a Yorkshire chef, you must be asked a lot about the perfect Yorkshire pudding. Do you have a great recipe to share with us?

Marco: There’s so many recipes, but this is mine. You get your glass, one glass of eggs, one glass of flour, one glass of milk. Same quantities. When you put your dripping in the roasting tray, make sure it’s smoking, and then pour the batter in. If you pour in too much batter it won’t rise. That’s what I would do (putting on his best Yorkshire accent), make sure you get your dripping hot!

Rachael: Looking at pictures like this from your youth where you’re all manly and brooding (shows Marco a bare-chested picture from his autobiography), did you ever consider a career in modelling?

Marco: No, I was always in the kitchen.

Nicola: What’s the strangest thing a fan has ever asked you to sign?

Marco: Sometimes people ask me to sign their cooking pots! Or their shoulder, which I’ll never do. Lots of chefs ask me to sign their aprons. I get asked to sign lots of things really, peculiar things, but I’ll never do it. Sometimes I get asked to write peculiar things on their cookery books, or a strange name for somebody, but I won’t do it, I’ll just write what I wanna write.

Rachael: So you’re obviously a role model and an inspiration for young chefs everywhere, but what sort of qualities impress you? What do you notice in the kitchen?

Marco: I only ever look for one thing. Capacity. When someone’s got capacity they’ll go a long way. It’s quite rare. You get lots of cooks who are very technical, but very few artists, that’s something else. Lots of people paint pictures don’t they? But there are very few artists.’

At this point, excited guests and press had started to gather for their time with the ‘rock n roll chef,’ so we had to end our chat and managed to sneak a few pictures in. We thanked him for his time, and he warmly shook our hands, and kindly personalised all five of our Marco books. He was a unique and deeply interesting man, and I genuinely hope that we will meet again! At this point, we were happy to leave Marco to meet his fans, and in dire need of a stiff drink, we headed over to Marco’s restaurant to see what all the fuss is about..

Since opening its doors 12 months ago as part of the Ibis Styles Hotel at the Merrion Centre, Marco’s New York Italian restaurant has been known as providing great quality, generously portioned meals with family affordability in mind. The word on the streets is that the baby back ribs are to die for, and the brownie dessert worth breaking the diet for.

Nicola and I were ready for a delicious meal and we were not disappointed. We were ushered into the beautiful dining room, and took a booth to enjoy our feast. We had a lovely bottle of Prosecco recommended by our waiter to celebrate our job well done. Our shared starter arrived quickly, we had rosemary focaccia, and the plumpest and most delicious green olives. The bread was full of flavour and the chunks massive, perfect to soak up the complimentary oils and vinegar. As true Northerners, we like bread dipped in everything, so I was happy the focaccia portion was big enough to spread over into the main. I was glad I did because my salmon arrived smothered in the most delicious tomato sauce. The rest of the bread was soon devoured and then I happily started on the big piece of beautiful salmon and discovered lots of beans in the sauce. The whole delicious lot hidden under a herby crust. There was no sharing from me today, but I don’t think Nicola was too disappointed, as her main of The Great American burger which was impressively stacked with Monterey Jack cheese, pancetta, and sweet pickled cucumber came with a generous portion of chips and a sweet little pot of Heinz ketchup. The salad was crisp and fresh, and the burger the juiciest in Leeds. There is always room for dessert and as a cheesecake fanatic, I enjoyed the generous portion and creamy filling of Marco’s version of this classic. Nicola inspired true dessert envy though, when the hot chocolate brownie arrived, decadent with it’s side of beautiful vanilla ice cream, I’ve never seen something disappear so quick. Full and very satisfied we a coffee to finish off a delicious meal.

On first impressions, Marco’s New York Italian restaurant is very modern and reminiscent of a cool down town New York bar, but then you notice intimate details like the long Italian family style wooden table where guests chatted over drinks that encourages good conversation and memorable meals. Nicola enjoyed the open plan kitchen where we could see the magic happening, and she noticed all the kitchen staff were wearing Marco famous blue aprons.

It all looked spotless and professional, it was great to see chefs preparing delicious food in front of you. The friendly, very attentive and helpful serving staff elevated a good meal to a great one. We noticed old pictures of Marco dotted around the restaurant, his presence reassuring as he watched over the impeccable service.

On reflection, we didn’t know what to expect from the restaurant, as we are generally wary of chains. What we experienced was affordable, delicious, fresh tasting food that was delivered and served in a sumptuous and very pleasant environment. We will be back, probably to sample the 2 for 1 cocktails, and to try the delicious looking afternoon tea. I think the restaurant does Marco proud, and we look forward to going back.

]]>COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH: LEEDS CITY MAGAZINE MEET JONNY WALKER, ASSISTANT BAR MANAGER AT MALMAISON LEEDShttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/cocktail-of-the-month/
Wed, 09 May 2018 09:55:02 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28867 Leeds City Magazine caught up with Jonny Walker who is the Assistant Bar Manager at Malmaison Leeds, to find out a little inside information about the man himself and his bartending journey. It all started in Kos, Greece where Jonny attended the European Bartender School – Jonny was made Head Bar Tender of the leading ...

Leeds City Magazine caught up with Jonny Walker who is the Assistant Bar Manager at Malmaison Leeds, to find out a little inside information about the man himself and his bartending journey.

It all started in Kos, Greece where Jonny attended the European Bartender School – Jonny was made Head Bar Tender of the leading cocktail bar on the island. However, Kos wasn’t enough for this Leeds lad so he headed to the capital (The Big Smoke!) to feed his passion for the industry and to develop his knowledge of delivering the highest quality of service whilst creating his own unique cocktails. After a months intense training to further progress his industry skills he then moved back up to Leeds and worked in various restaurants and bars.

Jonny’s Mal career started 3 years ago as a bartender at Chez Mal and he’s worked to put his own stamp on the hotels beverage operation since then! He’s now running a team of 6 and can be found creating bespoke drinks for any occasion. Malmaison’s popup bar is available to travel around the city and if you’re lucky, Jonny will be behind it!

For more information on the hire of Malmaison Leeds pop up bar or for Chez Mal promotions/offers please contact Natalie Ruecroft on 0113 426 0047 or at nruecroft@malmaison.com.

]]>LEEDS CITY MAGAZINE TALKS TO SCHERELLE BECK, SALES MANAGER AT STERLING SERVICES UK LTDhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/sterling-services/
Wed, 09 May 2018 08:51:20 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28858 Q&A WITH SCHERELLE BECK LEEDS CITY MAGAZINE TALKS TO SCHERELLE BECK, SALES MANAGER AT STERLING SERVICES UK LTD Can you tell us about you and your position within Sterling Services UK Ltd? I have worked at Sterling Services for 3 years now and I love it. It’s a really nice friendly company to work ...

Can you tell us about you and your position within Sterling Services UK Ltd?

I have worked at Sterling Services for 3 years now and I love it. It’s a really nice friendly company to work for and I am proud to work for a company that really genuinely cares about their customers. My Parents and my Grandfather established the company in 1996 and I feel proud to be following in their foot steps.
I am really lucky to also work with both my parents. We all have a passion to succeed and produce the very best for our customers.

I currently work with existing clients looking after their specific needs and I also work on developing new customer relationships. Good customer care is essential in any industry. I love it when a plan comes together, we all work hard to ensure our customers get the best attention. My absolute buzz is when a customer contacts me to thank us for going the extra mile.

What is your advice for anyone wanting to follow in your footsteps?

My advice to anyone wanting to pursue a career in our industry is to aim high and go for it. If you are not frightened of hard work and you enjoy a challenge it can be the best career choice for you. No two days are ever the same as we are all part of a big team at Sterling Services so what ever you are doing if a customer needs us we all pull together to make it happen.

I love to socialise with my friends in the City Centre and enjoy drinking and dancing. I also love to travel. I am currently doing all the interior design for my new house, I demand the same high standards in my home and garden as I do at work.

Tell us your favourite motivational quote?

Love the job you do and you will never work another day in your life.

Tell us something not many people know about you?

I also am a qualified horticulturist and I have lived in Spain.

Based in Leeds, Sterling Services has been providing Same-Day Delivery Courier Services, Express Haulage, European Delivery Service, Warehousing, Project Managed Delivery Programmes together with Signage, Graphics and Retail Installation Services to companies throughout the UK and Europe for over 22 years.

From a small package in a Car to a 44 Tonne Artic HGV, and with over 100 fleet based vehicles and collections available within the hour anywhere in the UK, Sterling Services support all your delivery requirements. Providing Signage and Graphic Installations and with over 100 UK and EU based crews we support projects with many of the High Street elite.

]]>Sunshine on Leith The Musical Now on at West Yorkshire Playhouse 8th -19th Mayhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/sunshine-on-leith/
Tue, 08 May 2018 10:51:05 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28853 Matthew Jameson Reviews Sunshine on Leith The Musical, Now on at West Yorkshire Playhouse Sunshine is beaming down on Leeds in the fantastic feel good production of the award winning musical Sunshine on Leith at the West Yorkshire Playhouse. The unmistakable sound of The Proclaimers flows through this heart-warming musical telling the story of ...

Matthew Jameson Reviews Sunshine on Leith The Musical, Now on at West Yorkshire Playhouse

Sunshine is beaming down on Leeds in the fantastic feel good production of the award winning musical Sunshine on Leith at the West Yorkshire Playhouse. The unmistakable sound of The Proclaimers flows through this heart-warming musical telling the story of two best friends returning from the armed forces to Leith and back into the heart of their community. Having been adapted into a successful feature film in 2013, the story has become timeless and resonates with us all in some way. Love, loss, hopes and dreams fill the narrative with something we can all relate with. Whether a long-lost secret or an idea for a happy ever after future, you are captivated by the complexity of the relationships and how they develop through the narrative.
Directed by the Playhouse’s own Artistic Director James Brining this is a fantastic show. James brings a sense of reality and nostalgia to the stage and having commissioned and directed the original production at the Dundee Rep in 2007 what better way to celebrate than reinvent. With an array of talented performers singing, dancing and playing musical instruments throughout imbedded in the action. Steven Miller and Paul-James Corrigan as best mates Davy and Ally fill the atmosphere with humour and delight, enchanting us with charm and whit. Davy the sensible unlucky in love rouge and Ally the homeboy who can’t wait to settle down with Liz (Neshla Caplan) Davy’s sister. How quickly things change as life often does, and with open eyes and hearts they move on and roll with the punches.
Unforgettable comedy moments throughout the whole performance with a complete strong cast bringing heart and soul to the much-loved music of The Proclaimers. Classic melodies including the iconic I’m Gunna Be (500 Miles) getting everyone standing on their feet. Make sure you get to see this triumph as believe me you’ll never have felt so good and uplifted, you’ll walk 500 miles anywhere!

]]>Tour de Yorkshire Yellow Bike ‘Dome-inates’ Leeds’ Skylinehttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/tour-de-yorkshire-yellow-bike-dome-inates-leeds-skyline/
Tue, 01 May 2018 14:29:41 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28830 The city’s largest ever Tour de Yorkshire ‘yellow bike’ was officially unveiled by Sir Gary Verity today ahead of the start of Thursday’s event – the eye-catching, 31 metre-wide bike adorns the glass dome of Trinity Leeds. Following weeks of planning, the artwork took five days of painstaking construction to complete, involving a ...

Following weeks of planning, the artwork took five days of painstaking construction to complete, involving a complex, 80-piece jigsaw of yellow vinyl which measures 720 sq metres.

The bike was officially unveiled today by Welcome to Yorkshire’s Chief Executive Sir Gary Verity, alongside Christian Prudhomme, general director of the Tour de France, and former cycling star Thomas Voeckler.

David Maddison, General Manager at Trinity Leeds, said: “The Tour de Yorkshire is fabulous event which puts the county on the international map. We wanted to show our support for the race and give it a spectacular welcome to the city.

“It’s taken a lot of planning and staff hours to construct but we’re delighted with the result. It’s the biggest graphic we’ve ever created – in fact it’s so big we’ve been told it can probably be seen from space.”

Sir Gary Verity, Chief Executive of Welcome to Yorkshire, said: “It really is inspiring to see the huge efforts people are going to get into the spirit of the Tour de Yorkshire – and talking of huge efforts, this yellow bike is enormous!

“The race is a fantastic way to showcase Yorkshire across the world – and now we can showcase our magnificent county out of this world too, as incredibly, the bike could even be seen from space! It’s a great achievement from the team at Trinity Leeds.”

Tour de Yorkshire selfie spots have been created in Trinity Leeds so the public can snap the best pictures of the bike.

The yellow bike graphic was created by Halifax-based events company Sand in Your Eye and was fitted by abseilers from Trinity Leeds’ window cleaning company PLA Window Cleaning Services, who are based in Leeds.

]]>Variety is the Spice of Life as New Vendors Take Over Trinity Kitchenhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/new-vendors-take-over-trinity-kitchen/
Thu, 12 Apr 2018 08:14:34 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28794Variety is the Spice of Life as New Vendors Take Over Trinity Kitchen Brand new street food vendors Jah Jyot, Angus McVenison, Chimney Chicks, Gondola Raclette and Vincenzo the Prosecco Van have arrived at Trinity Kitchen, alongside the return of Mediterranean favourite Eat Like a Greek and Thai street food offering BangWok. ...

As the name might suggest, Angus McVenison has travelled to Leeds from the highlands of Scotland, ready to show shoppers a true taste of the north. Their signature dish of wild venison steak, Arran cheese and hot beetroot chutney served in a Scottish morning roll is a wee beauty.

New to Trinity Kitchen is Gondola Raclette. Inspired by hearty food served up to skiers in The Alps, Gondola Raclette smothers melted cheese over British potatoes, silverskin onions, pink peppercorns, cornichons and mouth-watering cured meats.

To wash it all down, visitors can enjoy a unique glass of bubbly thanks to Vicenzo the Prosecco Van, with a range of fruity flavour combinations to choose from.

Returning to Trinity Kitchen due to popular demand is Eat Like a Greek, which is bringing its fresh, healthy and unique Mediterranean cuisine back to Leeds. The family business uses locally-sourced meats, and their seasonings and oils come straight from their farm.

Also returning is BangWok, offering shoppers a range of sweet, sour and spicy authentic Thai dishes, such as their sriracha fried rice served with grilled meats.

Dan Wharton, Marketing Manager at Trinity Leeds, said: “We’re very excited for this latest Trinity Kitchen changeover as we welcome a whole host of new names, as well as some old favourites.

“At Trinity Kitchen we pride ourselves on delivering the very best of the British street food scene and our vendors are excellent examples of that.

“Whether it’s a tall, refreshing glass of Prosecco or melt-in-the-mouth Scottish venison, there’s something for everyone to savour and enjoy.”

With a concept that is completely unique to Trinity Leeds, Trinity Kitchen rotates several new food retailers every few weeks, offering visitors a vibrant mix of restaurants, bars and street food vans.

]]>WE WANT TO PLAN YOUR EVENTS FOR YOU!http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/we-want-to-plan-your-events-for-you/
Wed, 11 Apr 2018 11:11:20 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28789WE WANT TO PLAN YOUR EVENTS FOR YOU! No matter how big or how small, we can make sure every event you host is a memorable one! 12 years ago, we launched our ‘Meet the Neighbours’ events. Originally a standard networking event, it wasn’t long before ‘Meet the Neighbours’ was established as a successful networking ...

No matter how big or how small, we can make sure every event you host is a memorable one!

Zach Williamson with Rebecca Woodhead from Trinity Leeds

12 years ago, we launched our ‘Meet the Neighbours’ events. Originally a standard networking event, it wasn’t long before ‘Meet the Neighbours’ was established as a successful networking event, with a twist! Over the years, we’ve hosted networking events for thousands across the city centre and they’ve always left with a smile on their face.

Now, we continue to run a fantastic range of events in Leeds – including launch events, networking events and ‘City Dweller Themed’ events.

So why not launch your event, service or product with us? With years of experience behind us, we’ve heldsome brilliant events at lots of superb venues, such as at Napoleons Casino, Tiger Tiger, Everyman Cinema, Double Tree Hilton and Malmaison. Events in Leeds.

So what can we do for you? Our team will put together an exclusive package just for you! We’ll find out exactly what you need for a great night and we’ll sort it all out for you. We can manage the guest list, the photographer, the marketing materials (pop-up banners, etc.), the entertainment and just about everything else, so you can sit back and get ready to have a night to remember.

So whatever the size or purpose of your event, we have the expertise to cater for it.

Do you want to come to our ‘Meet The Neighbours’ events? If you live or work in the city and you’re looking to meet more people in Leeds, we can help you out! Our events are informal fun where you can socialise and make new friends! If you’re interested in attending, simply send an email to events@webmediadesign.co.uk.

]]>WIN AN APPLE WATCH CITIPARK ROLLS OUT NEW ‘ANYTIME PRE-BOOKING’ PARKING SYSTEM TO TAKE THE HEADACHE OUT OF PARKINGhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/win-an-apple-watch-citipark/
Wed, 11 Apr 2018 08:33:13 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28785WIN AN APPLE WATCH CITIPARK ROLLS OUT NEW ‘ANYTIME PRE-BOOKING’ PARKING SYSTEM TO TAKE THE HEADACHE OUT OF PARKING With recent research showing that drivers waste a massive 4 days a year looking for parking spaces, leading car park operator CitiPark has launched a new ‘anytime pre-booking’ parking initiative across its entire UK network including its ...

CITIPARK ROLLS OUT NEW ‘ANYTIME PRE-BOOKING’ PARKING SYSTEM TO TAKE THE HEADACHE OUT OF PARKING

With recent research showing that drivers waste a massive 4 days a year looking for parking spaces, leading car park operator CitiPark has launched a new ‘anytime pre-booking’ parking initiative across its entire UK network including its branches at Leeds Merrion Centre & First Direct Arena, Leeds Dock and Leeds Whitehall Road.

Designed to make customers’ parking experience even easier from start to finish, the initiative allows people to easily pre-book their parking through citipark. co.uk, to ensure a space is guaranteed prior to arrival.

In addition to Leeds, the ‘anytime pre-booking’ service will also be applicable across all CitiPark car park branches in London, Manchester and Watford.

Any customers wishing to take advantage of the service, can simply go to the CitiPark website and pre-book their parking session in advance, taking all the headache out of driving around trying to find a car park for a night out or risking being late for that all- important business meeting!

Due to the operator’s flagship branch, the Leeds Merrion Centre and First Direct Arena car park being located directly next to the 13,500 capacity arena, CitiPark expects this new system to be especially popular with the thousands of concert- goers that visit each year.

Ben Ziff, Managing Director of CitiPark, said: “We are always looking for ways to ensure our customers’ parking experience is smooth and efficient. What better way to help than to offer a pre-booking service to take the stress and worry out of driving around trying to find a space! This way, visitors are safe in the knowledge that they will have a parking space guaranteed in advance at a secure venue.”

In addition, to celebrate the launch of the new CitiPark ‘anytime pre-booking’ system, anyone who books parking in advance through the operator’s website between Monday 26th March and Monday 23rd April will automatically be entered into a prize draw where they can win an Apple Watch (Series 3 GPS)*.

]]>More City Centre stops as Leeds embraces Park & Ridehttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/more-city-centre-stops-as-leeds-embraces-park-ride/
Tue, 10 Apr 2018 13:23:46 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28782More City Centre stops as Leeds embraces Park & Ride Two more bus stops are set to be installed on Boar Lane, Leeds city centre following a surge in demand for Park & Ride services in the city. Council leaders and operators are working hard to keep up with demand following the launch of ...

Two more bus stops are set to be installed on Boar Lane, Leeds city centre following a surge in demand for Park & Ride services in the city.

Council leaders and operators are working hard to keep up with demand following the launch of new Park & Ride facilities at Elland Road and Temple green last year.

Both sites offer significant capacity- with 800 spaces at Elland Road and 1,000 spaces at the Temple Green location- and since the addition of the new facilities more and more Leeds residents have decided to ditch their cars in favour of the bus.

With local government working hard to cut congestion, and with air pollution a growing concern, the news has been warmly received and council workers, local manufacturers and bus operators are keen to build on the success.

As well as making provisions for the new stops, bus operator First Leeds have announced that they will be increasing the frequency of peak-time services from the Elland Road site into the city during the busiest periods.

New facilities & SMART Ticketing

As part of the drive to encourage more vehicle owners to use public transport, the Park & Ride sites have been kitted out with state-of-the art equipment including new SMART ticketing kiosks that were developed by touchscreen kiosk manufacturers Cammax.

The Castleford-based firm first teamed up with the West Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive in 2014 and over the last 4 years they have worked to deploy their machines at the Park & Ride sites as well as at various other locations in the city.

SMART Ticketing kiosks work on a cash-less basis and this helps speed up transactions. Microchips electronically stored on top-up cards allow bus users to load cash onto cards and the move has proved a big hit with passengers.

For operators, the benefits are easy to identify: SMART ticketing kiosks eliminate cash from buses and ticket machines which can be a costly process to manage. For passengers, any move that offers added convenience when it comes to ticket purchasing is welcome and boarding times are much quicker.

Chair of the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA), Cllr Keith Wakefield commented: “The growing numbers of people taking advantage of the park and ride sites at Elland Road and Temple green is having a significant effect on the economic and environmental cost of congestion in Leeds by removing over 6,000 car journeys from the city centre’s streets”.

Will Pearson, operations director at First Leeds added “Buses are key to tackling congestion and reducing emissions and, in fact, a fully-loaded double decker bus can take 75 cars off the road. If more people try park & ride, rather than drive into the city centre, then this would ease congestion and improve bus journey times. We look forward to welcoming new and existing customers on board in the coming weeks”.

]]>DIANA WARR, SALES AND LETTING EXPERT AT SANDERSON WEATHERALL TELLS YOU HOW TO ENSURE YOUR HOME WILL BE A HIT ON THE MARKEThttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/make-your-home-a-hit/
Tue, 10 Apr 2018 11:22:54 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28780MAKE YOUR HOME A HIT DIANA WARR, SALES AND LETTING EXPERT AT SANDERSON WEATHERALL TELLS YOU HOW TO ENSURE YOUR HOME WILL BE A HIT ON THE MARKET With lighter and hopefully sunnier evenings just around the corner there is not a better time to start thinking about a move. Diana Warr, sales and ...

DIANA WARR, SALES AND LETTING EXPERT AT SANDERSON WEATHERALL TELLS YOU HOW TO ENSURE YOUR HOME WILL BE A HIT ON THE MARKET

With lighter and hopefully sunnier evenings just around the corner there is not a better time to start thinking about a move. Diana Warr, sales and letting expert at Sanderson Weatherall’s SW homes and apartments office has pulled together a few valuable pointers on how to make sure your home will be a hit with potential buyers or renters!

It’s important to visualise your house objectively and be critical about issues that you may have lived with but really should be attended to. Small issues really can make a huge difference to a potential buyer’s opinion of your property. If you find this difficult you can enlist the help of a friend or alternatively invite a local agent to come and take a look at your property and ask them for honest feedback.

It might sound superficial but adding a vase of flowers or a planter outside your house will add a splash of colour that will undoubtedly help leave a great first impression.

Have a declutter, not only is this therapeutic, it’s also important to remember that potential buyers aren’t afraid to look inside your cupboards and closets. Make sure you are using space efficiently and of course, ensure everywhere is tidy. If you haven’t used something for several years then it is probably time to get rid – if in doubt, throw it out!

You should always try and de personalise your property, you may like your collection of antique teapots, but this can turn some buyers off from even viewing the property. At the same time your property needs to have some personality, this can be achieved by using selective colour feature walls or canvas prints as an inexpensive alternative to add a striking twist to a room. Again if you are not sure you can always ask the professionals. Here at SW homes and apartments we are able to provide you with advice on how to present your property and can work with you to achieve the desired look. We have accredited contractors who can undertake the works no matter how large or small your budget may be.

Remember that your adored furry friends may not hold the same appeal to everyone else as they do to you. Try and remove traces of your pets when the photographer calls round in order to appeal to the widest audience possible.

Ensure that your property is thoroughly cleaned and well presented when your photographer comes to do those all important marketing shots. Ask the photographer if they want you to move anything whilst they are there. They can see how the property is translating onto the screen. Its worth instructing your agent to have professional photos taken as these are relatively inexpensive but will enhance the first impression people have of your properties and even increase the level of offers you receive.

Ask your agent to add a floorplan to your details, again a relatively low expense but can make the difference between someone choosing to view or not!

Remember presentation doesn’t just apply to the inside of the property. It’s probably more important that the outside is up to scratch as you never have a second chance to make that first impression when a potential buyer is walking up to the property.

Selecting an agent is a vital piece of the property puzzle and often consumers can be confused on who best to take their property transaction forward. We would always recommend enlisting a Propertymark Protected Agent – Propertymark promote a higher standard than demanded by law in a bid to regulate the sector, definitely a case of better safe than sorry!

Please feel free to get in touch with our helpful team for any of your property needs, just call uson 0113 221 6019.

]]>Beauty Brand True North Has Arrived in the UKhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/true-north-arrived-uk/
Wed, 28 Mar 2018 14:18:58 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28703 New Beauty to the UK Beauty brand True North has arrived in the UK, and Leeds City Magazine beauty writer, Rachel McAlley loves all the skincare products. Inspired by Scandinavian culture and associated to cutting edge research in biometry. True North develops cosmetic products that help maintain the skin’s healthy glow by restoring its ...

Beauty brand True North has arrived in the UK, and Leeds City Magazine beauty writer, Rachel McAlley loves all the skincare products.

Inspired by Scandinavian culture and associated to cutting edge research in biometry. True North develops cosmetic products that help maintain the skin’s healthy glow by restoring its natural balance.

True North’s founder, Jan Behrens, a Danish Medical Research Specialist has dedicated his knowledge and his skin biometrical expertise to find the truth about skin beauty.

The research with scanning technology revealed a need for a simple skincare solution, which works to balance and de-stress the skin, and answer the skin’s essential needs.

With a team of Swiss cosmetic experts, Jan Behrens developed a skincare range, made from only the most effective natural ingredients, at the right concentration levels, the Scandinavian way. And, here are our favourites:

De-Stressed Milk 1.1 (£22, 200ml)

Mild, creamy and soothing in texture. De-Stressed Milk 1.1 gently removes make-up residues and other impurities without dehydrating the skin.

De-Stressed Tonic 1.2 (£22, 200ml)

A refreshing and delicate tonic that removes the last trace of impurities and cleanser while also providing hydration, coolness and a soothing sensation.

De-Stressed Day 2.2 (£40, 50ml)

De-Stressed Day 2.2 is perfect for nourishing dry skin. Its silky smooth texture immediately infuses the skin with hydration and soothes as well as providing anti-oxidant benefits.

]]>Conference and Hospitality Show 2018 returns to rock Leeds with brand new exhibitors and industry meet upshttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/conference-hospitality-show-2018-returns/
Tue, 20 Mar 2018 15:03:19 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28694Conference and Hospitality Show 2018 returns to rock Leeds with brand new exhibitors and industry meet ups The Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS18) is returning on Tuesday 24 April to Leeds first direct arena. The flagship show for CHS Group is set for its biggest year yet, with 35 per cent of the exhibitors being ...

]]>Conference and Hospitality Show 2018 returns to rock Leeds with brand new exhibitors and industry meet ups

The Conference and Hospitality Show (CHS18) is returning on Tuesday 24 April to Leeds first direct arena. The flagship show for CHS Group is set for its biggest year yet, with 35 per cent of the exhibitors being brand new additions for 2018.

Now in its 9th year, the Conference and Hospitality Show is one of the UK’s leading shows for event organisers, venue finders and PAs. Providing attendees with the opportunity to meet over 200 national suppliers under one roof, the show has firmly established its roots in Leeds.

With new exhibitors including Lime Venues Portfolio, The Grand Brighton, Visit Bristol and Venues of Excellence, the 2018 show is set to rock Leeds once again with an incredible range of independent hotels, tech and event suppliers along with a diverse selection of groups.

2018 will also see the shows first industry ‘meet ups’ held throughout the day at the VIP Rockstar Bar, offering visitors an opportunity to speak to industry professionals one-on-one in a relaxed environment. The ‘meet ups’ are designed to host a range of industry groups, including the Association of Independent Event Agents (AIEA), Delegate Wranglers, EventProfs who Learn (EWL) and a meet up specifically for PAs from across the UK.

Attendees will be able to explore the exclusive Little Black Book Zone, which returns after a successful inaugural year in 2017. Dubbed the ‘go-to’ place for bookers looking to access restaurants, bars and private members clubs, this year sees the space expanded in a response to increased demand from exhibitors and attendees.

A wide variety of suppliers will also feature, including specialist event company Off Limits Group and national entertainment agency Trevor George Entertainment. Thrill-seeking types will likely steer towards Lotus Driving Academy, whilst luxury tipi supplier Big Chief Tipis will be in attendance to provide an alternative to the run-of-the-mill marquee.

CHS18 will welcome a number of guest speakers, including Julia Charles-Wiginton, an entrepreneur and event organiser who creates amazing events for a host of blue chip corporate companies and celebrities. She will share her inspiring experience following her Dragon’s Den appearance as the first ever person to accept and then reject the deal offered by four dragons.

Abigail Jones, Executive Assistant to Partners at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer Law Firm will provide insight to EAs and PAs in attendance. Abigail, who has been shortlisted for PA of The Year for 2016 and 2017, will explore the necessity of managing upwards in a demanding sector and give advice on how to handle providing an EA/PA service to a high pressure boss.

Whilst the Event Management Stream will welcome Jake Hernadez, an international crisis and security consultant, to conduct a session which will likely be hotly anticipated in light of recent events. He will provide a practical guide for events professionals on how to perform necessary security checks when planning an event.

Emma Cartmell, Chief Executive Officer at CHS Group commented:

“We are absolutely delighted to bring the CHS18 back to Leeds and re-affirm our commitment to the city as a fantastic conferencing destination.

Not only do the first direct arena provide us with a brilliant venue, but we are indebted to the organisations which have provided continual support for the show. LeedsBID, Conference Leeds and Leeds Hotels and Venues Association, along with local suppliers and media partners, which have all been a key part of our journey.

We’ve got plenty of exciting new additions for CHS18, including hosting a series of industry ‘meet ups’ in the VIP bar which we hope will be a great success.

Visitor sign ups are already higher than any year previously and it’s great to see a number of high calibre buyers included in that – roll on CHS18!”

Complimentary VIP tickets are available for event planners, venue finders, PA/EAs and offer a whole host of benefits and extras on the day, including access to the VIP Rockstar Bar, complimentary food and beverages, a VIP goody bag and other treats. A VIP Pack will also be sent prior to the show with special prize draws only available to VIPs. Complimentary accommodation is available for VIPs who need to travel for over an hour to Leeds.

Trinity Leeds is celebrating its 5th anniversary in style with a super-sized 3 metre-high birthday cake and a £10,000 giveaway for shoppers.

Visitors can join in the celebrations on Wednesday, March 21st with one of 2,000 free slices of the specially-designed cake, which includes intricate icing celebrating all things Leeds – from miniature, edible versions of the Kaiser Chiefs and Nicola Adams’ boxing gloves, to a Leeds United and Leeds Rhinos badge.

The first 2,000 people to claim a slice of the eye-catching cake will also be given a £5 Trinity Leeds gift card.

New research by owners LandSec has revealed that Trinity Leeds generates nearly £150m in economic output every year and supports thousands of jobs. Since its launch in 2013, the iconic shopping and leisure destination has welcomed 68 new brands and more than 120million visitors.

David Maddison, General Manager at Trinity Leeds, said: “Five years seems to have flown by – it seems like only yesterday we welcomed a crowd of thousands as people packed into the shopping centre to watch the launch ceremony.

“What we have achieved for Leeds’ retail and leisure scene since then – and in such a short space of time – is truly remarkable. It was always our hope to become part of the fabric of Leeds and we have been welcomed with open arms.

“With the support of the city’s shoppers, we’ve helped bring countless big-name brands to Leeds for the first time, boosting Leeds’ rightful place in the UK retail rankings and attracting visitors from across the globe.

“We hope to share this five-year milestone for Trinity Leeds and for the city with as many people as possible.”

Hilary Benn, MP for Leeds Central, added: “Trinity Leeds has been a great addition to Leeds city centre. It set a new standard for design and is very popular with shoppers.”

Shoppers can enjoy a slice of the red velvet and vanilla buttercream flavoured cake, which has been created by The Tattooed Bakers, when it is unveiled on Wednesday, March 21st.

A range of special birthday treats and offers will also be available throughout the week, with details at www.trinityleeds.com.

Trinity Leeds in numbers:

Supports thousands of jobs

Generates nearly £150m in economic output every year

120million visitors since its launch

£10,000 giveaway to celebrate 5th birthday

Size of 13 football pitches

1,902 panes in the glass roof, with 940 LED lights

68 new brands (both UK & international) have opened at Trinity Leeds

Includes 120 shops, stores and restaurants

MEATliquor at Trinity Leeds has sold over 50,000 ‘Dead Hippie Burgers’ and 10,000 ‘House Grogs’

The Lindt store at Trinity Leeds has sold 32,381kg of pick & mix chocolates – the same weight as 6 fully grown elephants!

Pho at Trinity Kitchen has served 250,000 bowls of pho and 250,000 spring rolls

The only shopping centre to ever be voted on the ‘Cool Brands List’

Winner of the ‘Best of the Best’ Design Award at the ICSC (International Council for Shopping Centres) Awards.

]]>Cultural Village jointly celebrates Tour de Yorkshire and International Festival in heart of Leedshttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/cultural-village-jointly-tour-de-yorkshire-and-international-festival/
Thu, 15 Mar 2018 08:55:34 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28680Cultural Village jointly celebrates Tour de Yorkshire and International Festival in heart of Leeds Millennium Square in Leeds will be transformed into a giant cultural hub as the Tour de Yorkshire and Leeds International Festival come together to launch ‘The Village’ in the heart of the city centre. The Village – organised by ...

]]>Cultural Village jointly celebrates Tour de Yorkshire and International Festival in heart of Leeds

Millennium Square in Leeds will be transformed into a giant cultural hub as the Tour de Yorkshire and Leeds International Festival come together to launch ‘The Village’ in the heart of the city centre.

The Village – organised by Welcome to Yorkshire, Leeds Business Improvement District (LeedsBID) and Leeds City Council – will be a hive of activity from Saturday 28 April-Sunday 6 May 2018 in celebration of the Tour de Yorkshire’s fourth edition and the first week of the Leeds International Festival.

Over the eight days, cycling, music, art and animation will take centre stage as a host of attractions are lined up in the Leeds International Festival Spiegeltent and the Tour de Yorkshire’s fan hub, which will include the Eve of Tour presentation in front of thousands of people in The Village on Wednesday 2 May.

Welcome to Yorkshire Chief Executive Sir Gary Verity said: “It has been a long-held ambition of ours to launch a spectator fan hub which celebrates the Tour de Yorkshire and The Village will be an exciting place for cycling enthusiasts, food and drink lovers, festival goers and families.

“We’re delighted to be working in partnership with LeedsBID and Leeds City Council on The Village as part of the Leeds International Festival and look forward to seeing everyone getting into the party spirit celebrating Yorkshire cycling, Yorkshire arts and culture and Yorkshire food and drink.”

Andrew Cooper, Chair of Leeds International Festival and Chief Executive of LeedsBID, said: “It is great to be working in partnership with Welcome to Yorkshire and Leeds City Council to bring such an exciting physical venue into the city centre.

“We are looking forward to showcasing the vibrant cultural diversity of Leeds to new audiences with an extensive programme of events and activities, while raising the profile of the city and delivering economic benefit for businesses.

Leader of Leeds City Council Councillor Judith Blake, said: “We are very excited that Leeds has been given the honour of hosting the last leg of this year’s Tour de Yorkshire. It is fantastic therefore as part of the celebrations, we will be able to welcome The Village to Millennium Square, which will form part of the Leeds International Festival.”

“Offering innovation in many different cultural forms, The Village will not only be a fun place for people living in the city to visit, but also a great way in which to showcase Leeds to those visitors arriving to watch the Tour de Yorkshire.”

The 2018 Tour de Yorkshire promises to be the biggest and best one yet with the men’s race (3-6 May) growing from three to four stages and the Asda Tour de Yorkshire Women’s Race doubling in size from one to two days (3-4 May).

Cycling-themed exhibition stands will cover the square and thousands of spectators will be able to watch the entire race live on a giant screen before the action concludes just metres away on The Headrow on Sunday 6 May.

]]>LEEDS CITY MAGAZINE LOOK AT THE NEW NIGHT IN TOWN AT BAR FIBREhttp://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/the-new-night-in-town-at-bar-fibre-high-society/
Tue, 13 Mar 2018 10:25:47 +0000http://leedscitymagazine.co.uk/?p=28667HIGH SOCIETY Think of the era of Prohibition while experiencing the luxury and exclusivity of The Penthouse, which is inspired by the Roaring Twenties theme for this fantastic new weekly event! ‘High Society’ runs every Friday night and is dripping with champagne, elegance and glamour. This swanky new night is delivering Hollywood Styled Entertainment with ...

Think of the era of Prohibition while experiencing the luxury and exclusivity of The Penthouse, which is inspired by the Roaring Twenties theme for this fantastic new weekly event! ‘High Society’ runs every Friday night and is dripping with champagne, elegance and glamour. This swanky new night is delivering Hollywood Styled Entertainment with a fabulous twist, Classic Cocktails and an opulent atmosphere. This is a great night offering an exciting entertainment extravaganza where like minded people are meeting to indulge in something special. This secret soiree is brought to you by the award-winning Fibre team and has a really plush and fun vibe. Taking place in The Penthouse above, High Society really is something to lift your spirits. This is certainly one not to be missed!